*NCTM National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, SSS Sunshine State Standards

*NCTM National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, SSS Sunshine State Standards

CHIPOLA COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

MAE 3320

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COURSE TITLE: / COURSE NUMBER:
Teaching Methods in Middle School Mathematics / MAE 3320
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed for students who are majoring in mathematics education and who will be obtaining teacher certification in grades 5 – 9 or 6 – 12. In this course students learn principles of effective curriculum design and assessment and apply these principles by designing and developing interactive mathematics curriculum projects for middle school students. This course is offered concurrently with MAE 3940, a one credit hour practicum in which students present their projects in middle school classroom environments. This course addresses specific Sunshine State Standards subject matter competencies and pedagogy pertinent to the discipline and required for certification. (3 semesters hours credit)
10 Hours of Teaching are Required
CO-REQUISITE: / MAE 3940
INSTRUCTOR: / Cherry D. Ward, Ed.D.
Office – Room 113, Building D
(850) 526-2761 Ext. 3265

Office hours posted on door and website
DATE OF LATEST REVISION: / Fall, 2005
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS/DOCUMENTS:
Stephen Krulik, Jesse Rudnick and Eric Milou. (2003) Teaching Mathematics in Middle School, A Practical Guide. Boston, MA: Pearson Education Inc., 0-205-34327-9
Robert J. Marzano, Debra J. Pickering, and Jane E. Pollock. (2001) Classroom Instruction that Works: Research-based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement. Alexandria, VA: ASCD, 0-87120-504-1
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2000) Principles and Standards for School Mathematics. Reston, VA: NCTM. May use hardcopy or internet version. (
Florida Department of Education. (1996) Sunshine State Standards. (http://www.firn.edu/doe/curric/prek12/frame2.htm)
Florida Department of Education. FCAT items (http://www.firn.edu/doe/sas/fcatitem.htm
GRADING POLICIES:
Course Evaluation Criteria:
  • 2 Tests (10%)
  • Major Assignments (30 %)
  • Tasks (50%)*
  • Professionalism in Attendance and Participation (10%)
Your final grade will be based upon the college grading scale which is as follows:
A / B / C / D / F
93 – 100 / 83 – 92 / 70 – 82 / 60 – 69 / Below 60
*Tasks must meet the criteria for “demonstrated” as determined by the scoring rubric to earn credit for this course.
A task judged as “partially demonstrated” or “not demonstrated” may be resubmitted for the purpose of demonstrating the accomplished practice indicator. The original grade will be used when calculating the course average. Points will not be deducted or added for resubmission.
No grade will be given for the course until all tasks have been successfully demonstrated.
The Chipola Catalog provides specific information regarding other outcomes from the grading system. A student’s Grade Point Average is derived from the grading system/quality point scale.
COURSE OBJECTIVES FOR MAE 3320:
Upon completion of this course, students will: / *NCTM Standards/SSS / **FCS – PE and M / Content Standards / ***
FEAP / Assessment Activities
Understand the contemporary and historical issues relating to middle years education, especially those which led to the establishment of middle and junior high schools. / PE – 7.1, 13.1 / 11.1 / MAE 1
Contrast, compare, and evaluate the organizational structures of middle schools, junior high schools and various of the middle school models / PE – 13.1, 13.2 / 9.4 / MAE 1
Understand the intellectual, physical, socio-emotional, moral, and aesthetic development of pre- and early adolescents. / PE – 7.1, 7.4 / 5.1, 5.3, 7.1, 7.4 / Interview a student
Know the objectives and the philosophy of mathematics teaching in the middle grades. / PE – 8.2, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3 / 7.5, 7.7, 8.3 / MAE 1
Be familiar with the various mathematics curricula used in the middle grades. / PE – 8.2, 10.3 / 5.5, 5.7, 7.6
Build a repertoire of effective teaching strategies, which address learning styles and developmental levels of the middle school mathematics student. / PE – 4.1, 5.1,7.3,8.2, 10.2, 12.1;
M – 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4 / 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.8, 4.9, 5.4, 5.5, 7.3, 9.5 / Task 4.4.1
Use teaching materials and equipment associated with teaching mathematics in the middle grades. / PE – 8.2, 10.3, 12.1; M – 15.3, 15.4 / 1.2.2, 1.3.2, 1.3.3, 1.4.1, 3.1.5 / 4.6, 8.2, 8.3, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 12.2, 12.3, 12.6 / MAE 5
Create a repertoire of strategies to promote critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem solving in the middle grades student. / problem solving, reasoning & proof / PE – 4.1,
MGM – 1.1 – 4,
3.1 – 3 / 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5 / Task 4.4.1
Be able to plan and critique mathematics lessons for emerging adolescents / P.E. – 3.2, 8.2, 10.1, 10.2;
M – 15.1, 15.2 / 2.7, 2.8, 3.13, 10.1, 10.2, 10.12, 10.14 / Task 5.4.2
MAE 3
Evaluate student progress in mathematics by effective use of questioning, observation, and appropriate test construction. / commun-ication / PE – 1.1;
M – 16.1, 16.2, 16.3, 16.4 / 1.1, 1.5, 1.11, 1.7, 11.2
Be able to work in a cross discipline environment / PE – 8.3 / 8.5, 10.12
Teach a lesson to a group of middle school students / PE – 2.1, 8.2, 10.2 / 7.2, 7.4, 5.5, 8.1, 10.2 / Task 5.4.2
Utilize the NCTM and Sunshine State Content Standards (FCAT) / All Standards / PE – 10.1
MGM – 5, 6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 / 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 / 8.2, 8.3, 10.4, 4.6 / Assignmt 1
MAE 4
MAE 5
Utilize the NCTM Process Standards / All Standards / PE – 10.1
MGM – 1, 2, 3, 4 / 10.3 / MAE 5

*NCTM – National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, SSS – Sunshine State Standards

**FCS – Florida Competencies and Skills, PE – Professional Education, MGM – Middle Grades Mathematics 5 – 9, M – Mathematics 6 – 12

***FEAP – Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (Preprofessional Competencies)

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR MAE 3320:
Students enrolled in MAE 3320 will be required to complete following.
  1. Exams
  1. One test over middle school theories and critical thinking strategies
  2. One comprehensive final exam
  1. Tasks
  2. Task 4.4.1 (FEAP 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.9): This is a semester-long project in which the pre-service teacher collects strategies and materials to promote critical/creative thinking and problem solving and annotates each strategy regarding how it will be used in teaching. The product is the file of annotated strategies and materials.
  3. Task 5.4.2 (FEAP 5.2, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8, 5.9, 5.12): The candidate plans a lesson and is observed regarding demonstrated effectiveness of instruction with regard to diversity. This observation targets sensitivity, equitable treatment, and planning for students from different backgrounds, cultures, and skill levels. The product is the rationale for class selecting the lessons, the lesson plans, and the completed observation instruments.
  4. Task CC3B (FEAP 3.1, 3.9, 3.10, 3.11): Each student must show evidence of professional growth during this course. This evidence may be acquired by (1) attending a mathematics seminar, like the NCTM Regional Conference in Birmingham, AL, Oct. 20 – 22, or (2) reading articles from a professional journal in mathematics. Each student will submit a minimum of three presentation or article summaries, handouts or worksheets included, and a reflection. The reflection should include your opinion regarding (1) the feasibility of implementation (if appropriate), (2)its effectiveness, (3) whether you plan to use it in the future, and (4) any modifications you might want to make
  5. Task CC8C (FEAP 8.2, 8.4): The candidate completes a series of performance tasks that require specific content knowledge in the areas of measurement, geometry and spatial sense, algebraic thinking, and data analysis and probability.
  6. Major Assignments
  1. Each student will be required to submit an article review on an individually assigned topic related to the middle school history, concept, and the theories supporting it.
  2. Each student will present on an assigned critical thinking strategy. The student will be required to submit an outline of his or her presentation to the instructor and to provide handouts for class participants. An example of this strategy in the area of science and mathematics should be included. Technology must be used in the presentation, i.e. PowerPoint, internet, etc. The due date for this artifact will vary, depending on when the topic of the report is discussed.
  3. Each student will analyze a lesson plan. In the analysis he or she will determine if (1) the content corresponds to the Sunshine State Standards, (2) it contains effective teaching strategies, (3) it includes critical thinking or problem solving, (4) the beginning focuses the pupils’ attention on the subsequent lesson, (5) the content is presented in manageable chunks, (6) it provides time for practice, and (7) it focuses attention again in closing.
  4. Each student will develop a lesson plan for each of the five content standards.

MEANS OF ACCOMPLISHING OUTCOMES:
Methods of instruction: Lecture, Class discussions and/or interactions, Large and/or small group projects, activities, discussions, etc., Read and report on professional education and subject matter articles, research, and other materials, Oral presentations, Clinical experiences and reflective papers, field journals, and discussions about them, Portfolios, Videotaping of student teaching a lesson with feedback from instructor and students, Use of manipulatives to illustrate concepts, and Concept mapping.
LIBRARY AND ON-LINE REFERENCE MATERIALS:
The library is a comprehensive, learning resource center providing information in print, electronic, and multimedia format to support the educational objectives of the College. In addition to print media, online catalogs and resources can be accessed through and Library hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
Chipola’s website is located at www.chipola.edu.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
The Information Technology Center, located in the library, is equipped with computer workstations. Lab hours are posted each semester at the building entrance.
The Secondary Education Resource Room is located in the Natural Science Building – D 105.
ATTENDANCE, PROCEDURES, AND WITHDRAWAL POLICIES:
  1. Attendance: Students are expected to attend every class. Class will begin at the scheduled time. Students are expected to be prepared to begin work at this time. Students will be counted tardy if they arrived late or if they leave early. The following requirements will be upheld:
  1. Three late arrivals and/or early departures are equivalent to one absence.
  2. A tardy of more than 15 minutes will be recorded as an absence.
  1. Procedures.
  2. Students are expected to complete reading assignments prior to each class so they can actively participate in class discussions and group activities.
  3. Work is to be handed in at the beginning of class – on the assigned due dates. A penalty will be assigned to work handed in after this time.
  4. Student conversations in class must be confined to specific course readings and relevant examples.
  5. The class will follow the course syllabus as closely as possible. Changes may be made to allow for observations and other visits. Regular attendance in class will assure getting all pertinent information.
  6. Please finish all eating and drinking before coming to class.
  7. Please remember to turn off your cell phones.
  1. Withdrawal Policies: Students will not be administratively withdrawn from this course due to excessive absences. It is the student’s responsibility to acquire the appropriate forms and to execute the appropriate college sanctioned procedures to officially withdraw from this course. A student is allowed to repeat a course a maximum of three (3) times. On the third attempt a student (1) must bear the full cost of instruction, (2) cannot withdraw, and (3) must receive a grade.

MAKE-UP POLICY:
Students are responsible for all work missed during any absence (excused or unexcused). It is the student’s responsibility to get the handouts and other materials. Do not use class time to get these materials.
Assignments not turned in on or before the due date will be considered late. This holds for students who are absent on the due date.
Exams cannot be made up unless some arrangements have been made prior to the scheduled administration.
ACADEMIC HONOR CODE POLICY:
Students are expected to uphold the Academic Honor Code. Chipola College’s Honor Code is based on the premise that each student has the responsibility to
1) uphold the highest standards of academic honesty in his/her own work;
2) refuse to tolerate academic dishonesty in the college community; and
3) foster a high sense of honor and social responsibility on the part of students.
Further information regarding the Academic Honor Code may be found in the Chipola Catalog, Student Governance section.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES POLICY:
Chipola College is committed to making all programs and facilities accessible to anyone with a disability. Chipola’s goal is for students to obtain maximum benefit from their educational experience and to effectively transition into the college environment.
Students with disabilities are requested to voluntarily contact the Office of Students with Disabilities to complete the intake process and determine their eligibility for reasonable accommodations.

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